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Jumpstart your journey: Exciting early career programs to boost your career in 2025
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Roe v. Wade | A message from WORK180’s CEOs
As the World Health Organization (WHO) stated, removing barriers to abortion protects people’s lives, health, and human rights. The overturning of Roe v. Wade has removed this protection for millions of people and forced the world to take another monumental step back...
A toolkit for how to request flex work that works for you
Not all flex work is created equal. Companies range from remote-first, to a hybrid model, to the dinosaurs (that aren’t Endorsed Employers) who still expect everyone to be in the office full-time with no option for remote work or flexible hours. If the organization...
Watch and learn: How we do what we do
Data continues to prove that workplaces need more women. But first, women need more from the workplace — and we’re here to help make that happen. WORK180 promotes organizational standards that raise the bar for women in the workplace, around the world. We do this by...
WooliesX: Life and career risks worth taking
You can’t always plan your career – sometimes, you have to take risks. It’s something we’ve all heard before: Don’t be afraid to take risks! Step outside your comfort zone! But how is taking risks relevant to career growth? Isn’t risk something we should try to...
10 traits you need to engineer success as a leader in STEMM
As a Senior Director of Engineering at Qualcomm, Pratima Pai is a true inspiration to all women thinking about, or already embarking on, a career in STEMM. We look at the ten personality traits that have led to her success and impact as a leader within the field. #1...
5 Lessons to find your direction in life and work
Whether you’ve just finished university or are further along in your career, figuring out what you want out of life is no easy task. At some point in your life, the chances are you’ll feel the urge to make a change or seek a new challenge. We spoke to Shelby Higgs...
Why I chose to work in tech at CommBank
When Helen graduated in software engineering, there were just two women in her graduating class – and she was one of them. Now, as Chief Engineer, Helen is excited that CommBank is supporting and promoting more women into the tech industry. As a self-confessed...
How inclusive leadership helps you succeed at Sandvik
Inclusive workplace cultures enable us to grow, thrive and succeed in our careers. But these types of cultures don’t just spring from anywhere. They’re built on several important factors. In particular: inclusive leadership. Adam Hauswirth, Operations Manager – Rock...
Repeat after me: Let’s not flex on flexible work
Most companies know that offering flexible work options is non-negotiable post-COVID. People have become used to having more autonomy over work hours and location, and they like it! In fact, research shows that flexible work promotes both women's and men’s workforce...